1780-90; < Latin veterÄ«nÄrius, equivalent to veterÄ«n(ae) beasts of burden (noun use of feminine plural of veterÄ«nus pertaining to such beasts, equivalent to veter-, stem of vetus old, i.e., grown, able to take a load + -Ä«nus -ine1) + -Ärius -ary.
A certified medication aide (CMA) is responsible for administering medication to patients in a medical setting. They work closely with health professionals and patients to administer and document medication intake, writing reports and documenting customer interactions.hey typical job setting for a certified medication aide is indoors, generally in a hospital or assisted living center. Working hours vary and aren't necessarily typical daytime hours; patients need care around the clock, so there are generally three shifts available: a day shift, a night shift, and an overnight shift.
The Model Nurse Practice Act also outlines the role and responsibilities of nursing assistive staff, known by the NCSBN as unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). As part of the UAP category in most states, your title is that of Medication Aide-Certified (MA-C) . In other states, you may be referred to as a Certified Medication Aide, Certified Medication Technician, Medication Aide, Trained Medication Aide (TMA), or other similar distinction.